Quick Facts
Funding$500 to $5,000 per school (average cost capped at $100 per student)
Grade FocusK-12
DeadlineAugust 31, 2026
FunderUtah STEM Action Center (State)
Utah's STEM Competition Grant, administered by the Utah STEM Action Center, provides $500 to $5,000 to Utah schools for STEM competition participation. Average per-student costs are capped at $100, making this accessible for teams of various sizes.
What This Grant Funds
Grants fund student participation in STEM competitions including robotics competitions, science olympiad, coding competitions, and other STEM-focused competitive events. Registration fees, equipment, and travel costs are allowable.
Who Is Eligible
- Utah K-12 public schools and school districts
- Teams participating in recognized STEM competitions
- Average cost per student must not exceed $100
How Forward Education Products Qualify
micro:bit Robotics Kit -- robotics competition hardware for Utah STEM Competition Grant teams
micro:bit Starter Kit -- coding competition tools for Utah STEM Competition Grant programs
Coding for Good Kit -- coding competition curriculum for Utah STEM competition teams
Keep in Mind: The August 31 deadline is firm. Document all competition-related costs carefully. The $100 per student average cap means larger teams can access higher award amounts.
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